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Complete Yoga

A step-by-step guide to yoga and meditation, from getting started to advanced techniques
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Complete Yoga offers a clear, expert introduction to Iyengar yoga, explaining its philosophy and numerous benefits. The book provides practical advice on how to start practising, the necessary equipment, and features asanas organised by type for easy reference. It caters to beginners and intermediate practitioners alike, with special guidance on postures for ailments such as asthma, migraines, insomnia, and anxiety. There is also a section dedicated to making yoga enjoyable for children through fun animal poses, alongside a comprehensive guide to meditation techniques. This concise instructional guide aims to help readers integrate yoga and meditation into their daily lives.
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Ideal for beginners and intermediate yoga practitioners, health enthusiasts interested in Iyengar yoga, parents seeking yoga activities for children, and anyone looking to incorporate meditation and wellness practices into their lifestyle.

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The essential guide to yoga and meditation for all the family with 800 step-by-step practical photographs

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This is an ideal introduction to yoga for everyone, written and presented by experts. The philosophy and benefits of Iyengar yoga are clearly explained, and there is advice on how to begin and what equipment is needed.

The asanas, or postures, are grouped into types for ease of reference and are tailored for the beginner and those at an intermediate level. It includes a special section on asanas for specific ailments such as asthma, migraines, insomnia, and anxiety.

A chapter on making yoga enjoyable and stimulating for children is also included, with fun animal poses. A comprehensive guide to meditation practice and techniques is also featured.

This practical yoga course, Complete Yoga, is a concise instructional guide to helping yoga and meditation become part of your life.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780754835806

Publisher: Anness Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 20 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Lorenz Books

Illustration: 800 colour photographs

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 282.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Judy Smith trained at the Iyengar Yoga Institute in Pune, India and teaches classes at all levels. Bel Gibbs studied for the highly credited British Wheel of Yoga Teacher Training Diploma and runs a range of yoga classes for adults and children. Doriel Hall is an internationally respected yogi, trained in the Bihar tradition.

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